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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

GU28 9NR vs B1 1AA

Direct side-by-side analysis comparing Chichester and Birmingham using verified open government data.

Area A
Area B
116.4 miles (187.4 km) apart Bearing 332° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Chichester) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: GU28 9NR and B1 1AA are 116.4 miles (187.4 km) apart. GU28 9NR holds a +2.8 overall score advantage. GU28 9NR ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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GU28 9NRvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

Direct comparison across essential quality-of-life, infrastructure and safety categories.

GU28 9NR(Chichester)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Chichester

GU28 9NR

5.2/10 Overall
Chichester • Petworth
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: GU28 9NR
GU28 9NR5.2/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: GU28 9NR
GU28 9NR8/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: GU28 9NR
GU28 9NR35.3%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
GU28 9NR
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: GU28 9NR
GU28 9NR4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
GU28 9NR1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
GU28 9NR
8/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 5
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Drugs1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
GU28 9NR
Green Space:35.3%
Tree Canopy:11.5%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:89%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
GU28 9NR
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
GU28 9NR
Density:1696/km²
Average Age:45
Family Households:25.7%
Single Occupants:32.4%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
GU28 9NR
Council:Chichester
Ward:Petworth
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
GU28 9NR
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:7
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: GU28 9NR vs B1 1AA

Comparative answers computed directly from official Police.uk, ONS Census, Ofcom, DfE and Environment Agency records.

How far is GU28 9NR from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between GU28 9NR (Chichester) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 116.4 miles (187.4 km). Heading from GU28 9NR to B1 1AA, the bearing is 332° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: GU28 9NR or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: GU28 9NR has a higher safety score of 8/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 5 incidents near GU28 9NR versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern GU28 9NR and B1 1AA?

GU28 9NR is governed by Chichester in the Petworth electoral ward, located in South East. B1 1AA is administered by Birmingham in the Local Ward ward, located in West Midlands. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Chichester compared to £2,167.00 in Birmingham.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: GU28 9NR has 35.3% public green space coverage and 11.5% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 12 for GU28 9NR versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between GU28 9NR and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: GU28 9NR achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 7 schools recorded near GU28 9NR and 10 schools near B1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles:

What are the flood risk ratings for GU28 9NR vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess GU28 9NR at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

GU28 9NR

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B1 1AA

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